It is with sad hearts we announce the passing on Nov. 1st 2017, of a loving wife, mother and good friend to all that knew her. Lillian was born on February 05, 1926 in Drumheller, Alberta Lillian moved from Drumheller to Kamloops when she was 2 years of age. She graduated from Kamloops Highschool.
Lillian trained to be a Registered Nurse at Royal Inland Hospital, followed by post graduate courses at John Hopkins in Baltimore. She became the Head Nurse in the Operating room in Royal Inland Hospital, she retired in 1982.Lillian is survived by her husband Ralph, her sister Joyce and her nieces Cheryl and Susan; Nephews Bruce and Randy. Lillian is preceded by her parents. A memorial service will be held at 1 pm Thursday, Novemeber 09, 2017 in the Kamloops Funeral Home 285 Fortune Drive.
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Hello Ted and Family:
We are very sorry to hear of Lil’s passing, such a nice Lady. I am very surprised to see she was 91, neither of you have ever looked your age. Dad and I offer our deepest condolences, and feel your pain and grief at this difficult time–we lost our Lil from Drumheller too (1931-2013). If there’s anything we can do, or if you just feel like talking, please don’t hesitate to call Dad or myself. Take strength and smile in remembering all the good times you shared together. Your friends, Jens and Chris Skov
Bob Trudeau
I have such a fond memory of Lil Maskell (Adsett). A scared little boy wandering the halls of the hospital looking for my parents while waiting to have my tonsils out. Lil comforted me by reading stories until I settled down.
I was sorry to read of the passing of Lillian. Lillian was responsible for my choice of a nursing profession. I lived 2 doors away from the Adsetts and would admire Lillian as she walked to work in her flowing nurses cape with the red lining. She looked so inspiring to me. As a child I spent many a time wrapping my dolls in toilet paper dressings. I am sorry that I never had the chance to thank her for leading me towards wonderful nursing career.
I worked with Lil in the Operating Room at Royal Inland Hospital early in my career – she was a wonderful person – fondly remembered.